Monique Lhuillier

A leading American bridal designer, Monique Lhuillier founded her namesake label in 1996. Her feminine wedding gowns are marked by exquisite workmanship and luxurious fabrics; few have sleeves, and most come with full, dramatic A-line skirts. Over the years, Lhuillier has created dresses for a number of high-profile weddings, including those of Reese Witherspoon, Britney Spears, Carrie Underwood, and Ashlee Simpson. In 2001, she began designing eveningwear and expanded into a full ready-to-wear line in 2003. Lhuilliers modern, romantic sense of elegance means her cocktail dresses and gowns are also often spotted on the red carpeton Emma Stone, Blake Lively, or Beyoncé.